SST25LF020A-33-4C-SAE

Product Overview

Category

The SST25LF020A-33-4C-SAE belongs to the category of Serial Flash Memory.

Use

This product is primarily used for storing and retrieving digital data in electronic devices such as microcontrollers, embedded systems, and other electronic devices that require non-volatile memory.

Characteristics

• High-speed data transfer: The SST25LF020A-33-4C-SAE offers fast read and write speeds, allowing for efficient data access.
• Low power consumption: This flash memory device is designed to operate with minimal power consumption, making it suitable for battery-powered devices.
• Reliable data retention: The SST25LF020A-33-4C-SAE ensures long-term data retention, even in harsh environmental conditions.
• Wide operating voltage range: It can operate within a wide voltage range, providing flexibility in various applications.
• Small form factor: The compact package size of this flash memory allows for easy integration into space-constrained designs.

Package and Quantity

The SST25LF020A-33-4C-SAE is available in a surface mount package. The exact package type may vary depending on the manufacturer. Typically, it comes in a small outline integrated circuit (SOIC) package. The quantity per package also varies, but it is commonly available in reels containing multiple units.

Specifications

• Memory capacity: 2 megabits (256 kilobytes)
• Interface: Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI)
• Operating voltage: 2.7V - 3.6V
• Operating temperature range: -40°C to +85°C
• Data retention: Up to 100 years
• Endurance: 100,000 write cycles

Pin Configuration

The SST25LF020A-33-4C-SAE has a standard pin configuration with the following pin assignments:

1. Chip Select (CS)
2. Serial Clock (SCK)
3. Serial Data Input (SI)
4. Serial Data Output (SO)
5. Write Protect (WP)
6. Hold (HOLD)
7. VCC (Power supply)
8. Ground (GND)

Functional Features

• Fast read and write operations: The SST25LF020A-33-4C-SAE offers high-speed data transfer, enabling quick access to stored information.
• Sector erase capability: It allows for erasing specific sectors of memory, facilitating efficient data management.
• Software protection: This flash memory device supports software-based protection mechanisms to prevent unauthorized access or modification of stored data.
• Low power consumption: The device is designed to operate with minimal power consumption, making it suitable for battery-powered applications.
• High reliability: The SST25LF020A-33-4C-SAE ensures reliable data retention and integrity, even in demanding environments.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• High-speed data transfer enables efficient data access.
• Low power consumption prolongs battery life in portable devices.
• Reliable data retention ensures long-term storage of critical information.
• Small form factor allows for easy integration into space-constrained designs.

Disadvantages

• Limited storage capacity compared to higher-capacity flash memory devices.
• Higher cost per unit compared to some other non-volatile memory options.

Working Principles

The SST25LF020A-33-4C-SAE utilizes the Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) protocol for communication with the host device. It stores data in a series of memory cells that can be individually programmed or erased. The SPI interface facilitates fast data transfer between the flash memory and the host device, allowing for efficient read and write operations.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The SST25LF020A-33-4C-SAE finds applications in various fields, including but not limited to:

1. Microcontrollers: It serves as a storage medium for program code and data in microcontroller-based systems.
2. Embedded Systems: The flash memory is used for firmware storage in embedded systems, enabling software updates and customization.
3. Consumer Electronics: It can be employed in devices such as digital cameras, set-top boxes, and portable media players for data storage purposes.
4. Automotive Electronics: The SST25LF020A-33-4C-SAE is suitable for automotive applications, including infotainment systems, instrument clusters, and electronic control units (ECUs).
5. Industrial Automation: It finds use in industrial automation systems for storing configuration data, log files, and firmware updates.

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